Malwarebytes Premium vs Dr.Web KATANA

Malwarebytes Premium9.2Visit Dr.Web KATANA8.7Visit

Higher score Malwarebytes Premium #1 in Anti Malware Software 9.2/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Malwarebytes

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Dr.Web KATANA #4 in Anti Malware Software 8.7/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 1 of 4 features Visit Dr.Web

• Malwarebytes Premium fits best

  Broad malware protection across personal devices

• Dr.Web KATANA fits best

  Low-cost behavioral protection for one Windows PC

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Side by side

Feature	Malwarebytes Premium 9.2/10 Visit ↗	Dr.Web KATANA 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	9.2	8.7
Ranking	#1 in Anti Malware Software	#4 in Anti Malware Software
Best for	Broad malware protection across personal devices	Low-cost behavioral protection for one Windows PC
Pricing model	Free plan + paid	Paid
Starting price	—	$9.30/device/yr
Free plan	✓ (best)	—
Free trial	—	30 days
Deployment	Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension	Desktop
Platforms	Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome extension	Windows
Support	Live chat, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7	Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7
Built for	Solo, Small business	Solo, Small business, Enterprise
Features Malwarebytes Premium 1/4 · Dr.Web KATANA 1/4
Real-time protection	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Ransomware protection	✓	✓
Scheduled scans	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Behavior monitoring	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Specs
Maximum devices	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Platform coverage	Not checked yet	Not checked yet
Our review
Pros	Real-time protection covers malware, ransomware, phishing, exploits, and scams Supports Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and supported browsers Adds Privacy VPN and Browser Guard blocking for ads, scams, and trackers	Uses real-time behavioral analysis and cloud reputation data Detects ransomware activity and offers exploit and zero-day protection Can operate alongside third-party antivirus software
Cons	Standard plan covers one device Features vary by operating system Coverage centers on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and browser extensions	Supports Windows only Each listed plan covers one PC Focused on preventive antivirus protection rather than a broader security suite
Our verdict	Malwarebytes Premium is a paid security product for individuals, families, and small businesses. It combines real-time malware and virus protection with ransomware, web, phishing, exploit, scam, and potentially unwanted program defenses.… Read the review →	Dr.Web KATANA is a Windows desktop antivirus designed as an additional layer for personal computers, including laptops, netbooks and tablets. It is aimed at buyers who want preventive protection based on behavior and cloud reputation… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• Malwarebytes Premium — where it wins

  • Real-time protection covers malware, ransomware, phishing, exploits, and scams
  • Supports Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and supported browsers
  • Adds Privacy VPN and Browser Guard blocking for ads, scams, and trackers

  Where it doesn't

  • Standard plan covers one device
  • Features vary by operating system
  • Coverage centers on Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, and browser extensions

• Dr.Web KATANA — where it wins

  • Uses real-time behavioral analysis and cloud reputation data
  • Detects ransomware activity and offers exploit and zero-day protection
  • Can operate alongside third-party antivirus software

  Where it doesn't

  • Supports Windows only
  • Each listed plan covers one PC
  • Focused on preventive antivirus protection rather than a broader security suite

• Malwarebytes Premium9.2/10 · Free plan

  Broad cross-platform malware protection with VPN, browser controls, and 24/7 support.

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• Dr.Web KATANA8.7/10 · 30-day trial

  A focused Windows protection layer with behavioral detection and a low annual per-device price.

  Visit Dr.WebFull verdict →